Fascinating Squirrel Hygiene Facts You Might Not Know!Much like cats, squirrels take their personal cleanliness seriously. They use their paws as a natural grooming tool, licking them and then rubbing their face to ensure they are clean. But that's not all – they also have a unique way of keeping their mouths clean. After eating, they'll often wipe their face on branches or other rough surfaces to remove any leftover food particles.